August 4, 1953 – March 19, 2023

Ellen D. Hall was born in Jansen Sask. on Aug. 4, 1934, the eldest of seven. She was raised and educated in Craik. After working at the grocery store in Craik and telephone office in Regina, Ellen married Sterling Schollar July 16, 1953. They moved from the Ross Exelby farm to SW10-24-29 in 1955 where they are now.

Ellen, having worked alongside her parents, carried on the routine with her husband. Sterling and Ellen raised their family of four on a self-sustaining farm. Ellen worked as a waitress and cook in restaurants, completing her career as cook at the Craik Health Centre. Ellen was always busy, helping as a Sunday School Teacher, involved in 4-H, a member of the hospital auxiliary and helping in the community whenever asked. Ellen also enjoyed neighborhood birthday club, card parties, and bus tours.

Ellen was a hard worker; everyone was important and no one ever left the farm hungry. She loved her 13 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Grandma made many lunches just in case someone got hungry on their way home. It is said that some lunches were eaten before Aylesbury. So many special memories, which Ellen held very close.

Ellen was predeceased by her husband of 67 years on April 5, 2021. A graveside Celebration of Ellen’s Life Funeral Service was held on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Craik Community Cemetery in Craik Sask. For those so wishing, memorial donations in memory of Ellen may be directed to the Moose Jaw Humane Society, the Craik Cemetery or to a charity of choice.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Elizabeth Ziefflie (Betty) was born June 11, 1926 in Edinburgh, Scotland. She passed away August 3, 2022 at the Davidson Health Centre. Betty is predeceased by: husband Emil; sons-inlaw DuWayne Hart, John Fink, Dennis Kuemper; daughter Linda Fink; grandson Bradley Kuemper; granddaughter Colette Potter; great grandson Clayton Dixon; granddaughter-in-law Joanne Dixon. Betty is survived by her daughters Betty-Ann Hart, Diane Kuemper, Pat (Wayne) Dixon, Gayle (Leo) Remillard; son Brian (Bev) Ziefflie; 18 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and 3 greatgreat grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the United Kingdom.

Having married Emil in 1944, Betty came to Canada as a war bride in 1946. Betty and Emil settled in the Davidson area raising their family of six. Betty was a homemaker until her family was grown. She then went to work as a Care-Aide at the Prairie View Lodge now known as Davidson Health Centre. She changed to the Laundry Department until her retirement.

Betty was a great cook and an excellent baker. She also loved to sew, but her greatest passion was knitting. Every family member young and old wore many of her knitted creations.  

Family Graveside Service at Davidson Cemetery Friday, August 19, 2022 @ 2:00 p.m. Memoriams in Betty’s name may be made to the Davidson Health Trust Fund (cheques payable to the Town of Davidson) or a charity of your choice.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson Maureen Kammer in care of arrangements.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Glen Elmer Mason on Wednesday, August 3. 2022, at the age of 87.

Glen was born on April 18, 1935, in Davidson, SK, to Elmer and Leona (nee Riecken) Mason, who both emigrated to Canada from the United States. He met the love of his life, Phyllis McFadden at a square dance in Saskatoon. Phyllis was a nurse who had relocated from Nova Scotia and had hoped to marry a farmer. They married on July 26, 1969, and settled on a farm east of Davidson, where they stayed for many years until moving into town.

Dad farmed in the Davidson area until his retirement. He actively volunteered with many local organizations throughout his life and was always willing to help out family, friends and neighbours. He took many trips to Washington State to visit his son Robert and Robert’s three daughters and also spent time with Allan and his family near Saskatoon. Restoring Minneapolis Moline tractors and collecting and showing replica tractors were hobbies that Glen enjoyed very much.

Glen is survived by his two sons, Allan (Jocelyn Ainsworth) and Robert, four granddaughters: Kennedy, Camryn, Paige and Avery. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Phyllis, his parents, Elmer and Leona, and his sister, Lenora. He will be remembered by many Riecken cousins and friends in the Davidson area.

A service in Davidson and interment in Girvin Cemetery will be planned for the future when more family can attend.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Mom passed away peacefully on a sunny July 31st summer day – fitting for a woman who always viewed life with a positive lens. Never to complain or fuss, she faced life’s challenges with grace and dignity.

Left to mourn her is her loving family: husband of 63 years Rod – Hanley; daughters Debbie (Barry) Foy – Prince Albert; Kathy (Mark) Zdunich – Kenaston; and Karen (David) Roden – Saskatoon. Mom leaves a legacy with seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

As per mom’s wishes, no funeral will be held. The family will celebrate her life at a private family gathering.

The family wishes to thank the many doctors who took excellent care of Mom during the past 20 years; but especially the staff, care aides, nurses and doctors at the Davidson Long Term Care Home which was mom’s residence for the past 22 months.

Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson in care of arrangements.

Maureen Esther Kammer, April 22, 1957 – August 5, 2022, passed away with her husband by her side. She was deeply loved and will be missed by her husband Edwin of 45 years. She is survived by her husband Edwin, her son Mylo, her daughter-in-law Janel and her two grandchildren, Felix and Millie. Her siblings Alex (Gloria) Morrison, Stuart (Michele) Morrison, Elaine (Kim) Sikorski & Lenora (Randy) Dulle and many loved nieces and nephews. Maureen was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Kathleen Morrison.

We all look forward to the paradise when we can see our loving, generous and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend again. The Funeral for Maureen will be held Sunday, August 14, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Davidson Town Hall, 206 Washington Ave, Davidson Sask.

Arrangements in care of Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson.

Ryan was born in Regina, Sask. and attended Stewart Russell School until moving to Davidson, Sask. in 2008. He moved back to Regina in 2012, attending Miller High School, where he graduated with honours. It was here that his interest in auto mechanics took off. He started work at Driven Automotive through the work experience program at school and after graduating, was hired on full time as an apprentice. He earned his journeyman’s papers four years later and worked at Driven ever since. He spoke very highly of his employer and coworkers. Ryan excelled at his profession and was voted Auto Value 2019 Canadian Technician of the Year.

Ryan loved the outdoors and took a keen interest in fishing and hunting at an early age. He spent countless days fishing the shores of Lake Diefenbaker, many times going well into the night with his headlights lighting the way at the boat launch. But hunting was his true passion. He would walk for hours through bush, pastures or sandhills just hoping for a glimpse of a big buck. He was selfless, so many times pushing bush for his friends and family in the hopes that they tag out before him, trying to ensure they enjoyed the outdoors as much as he always did. The experience always meant more to him than filling his tag.

Any chance Ryan got, he ventured to the mountains to spend time with his B.C. Family. In 2017, Ryan met Kaity and Cohen and by December 2018 they were engaged. In March 2020 they were blessed with Mercer. Ryan spent countless hours with his boys. If he wasn’t reading to them, he had them fully engaged in lightsaber battles or plotting other adventures. Always quick to share these “Proud Dad” moments with his family and friends.

When Ryan entered the room, the spotlight just seemed to shine on him. He was always the first to introduce himself, crack a joke and flash his contagious grin. It was important to him that the people around him have a good time and he always tried to make it happen. He was a generous, respectful, selfless man who always went above and beyond for others because it was the right thing to do.

Forever in our Hearts, Ryan will be truly missed by many. A Celebration of Ryan’s life was held in Davidson Sask. on July 31, 2022. Hanson’s Funeral Home of Davidson was in care of arrangements.